Dove enters the natural deodorant category with VitaminCare+
As natural, clean and sustainable products take the deodorant market by storm, it’s no wonder Dove has unveiled a deodorant line it has branded ‘disruptive’ to tap into growing demand for aluminium-free, premium products.
Procter & Gamble announces marketing plans for Paris 2024
Procter & Gamble has announced its plans to prominently feature its top brands during the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024. As a Worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Partner, the US FMCG giant will employ an array of Olympic-inspired brand marketing, in-store campaigns, brand-sponsored athlete partnerships and provide complimentary products and services in the Athletes’ Village.
Kose Q1 2024: operating profit soars 33.5 percent as net sales rise 13.8 percent
Kose has reported its results for the first quarter of fiscal 2024. The J-beauty manufacturer saw sales leap 13.8 percent yoy (+9.9 percent excluding forex) to ¥77.5 billion while operating profit soared a massive 33.5 percent yoy to ¥7.9 billion.
Phlur names CEO and CMO
Trending fragrance brand, Phlur has announced two executive appointments: Elizabeth Ashman has been named CEO while Linette Kim will take on the role of Chief Marketing Officer.
Walmart issues back to office mandate amid ‘hundreds’ of job cuts
Walmart has announced significant cuts to its corporate workforce as well as a sweeping ‘back to the office’ mandate for remote workers. The US’ largest private employer is also asking workers in smaller offices to relocate to central hubs.
Is WBA preparing to put Boots up for sale once again?
Walgreens Boots Alliance is said to be testing the waters in advance of a potential sale of its UK-based pharmacy chain, Boots. The drugstore giant first explored a sale of the retailer in 2022 but abandoned the idea after failing to attract sufficiently high enough bids.
Procter & Gamble to vacate Toronto office
Procter & Gamble is moving out of its Toronto offices. The LEED platinum-certified building, which is named for the US FMCG manufacturer, will be available to rent from February, 2025.
Aekung Industrial Q1 2024: Sales rise 7.7 percent to KRW169.1 billion
Aekung Industrial has announced its results for the first quarter of the current financial year. The K-beauty manufacturer said sales rose 7.7 percent yoy to KRW169.1 billion. Operating profit increased 6.8 percent to KRW16.5 billion.
About Face and af94 name CEO
About face and af94 have announced the appointment of Francesca Raminella as CEO. Raminella joins the company from Beauty By Imagination, where she was also CEO. She has previously worked for industry giants such as Revlon, P&G, L’Oreal and ghd.
The Estee Lauder Companies brings Shane Wolf on board to boost hair care brands
The Estee Lauder Companies has named Shane Wolf as President, Global Brands, Aveda and Bumble and Bumble, effective July 1. Wolf joins from L’Oreal where he has built a wealth of hair care experience in GM positions spanning Pureology, Redken, Keratase and Shu Uemura.
The Fragrance Shop Celebrates Exceptional Growth and Innovative Milestones
The Fragrance Shop (TFS), the UK’s leading fragrance retailer, has capped a record-breaking year with the launch of its flagship store on Oxford Street, the introduction of the UK’s first AI scent creation machine, “Every Human”.
Henry Rose Appoints Laure de Metz as CEO to Spearhead Global Expansion
Henry Rose, a pioneering genderless fine fragrance brand founded by Michelle Pfeiffer, has announced the appointment of Laure de Metz as its new Chief Executive Officer.
L’Oréal Travel Retail Asia Pacific Announces Leadership Transition
L’Oréal Travel Retail Asia Pacific has announced a significant leadership change with Tao Zhang stepping down as Managing Director to embrace a new role within the group. Jesus Abia will take over as the new Managing Director effective July 1.
Qatar Duty Free Unveils World’s First Dior Luxury Beauty Retreat at Hamad International Airport
Qatar Duty Free has inaugurated the world’s first airport Dior Luxury Beauty Retreat at Hamad International Airport.
Diptyque Unveils New Flagship Boutique and Concept, Maisons Diptyque, in London
Luxury fragrance and lifestyle brand Diptyque has launched its newest flagship boutique, Maisons Diptyque, at 107 New Bond Street in London.
Sodalis Group Acquires Majority Stake in Artdeco Cosmetics Group
Sodalis Group, a prominent Italian company in the Health & Beauty sector, has signed a pivotal agreement to acquire a majority stake in Artdeco Cosmetics Group, a leading German cosmetics firm known for its affordable luxury brands.
CJ Olive Young Sets Sights on Japan for Strategic Expansion
J Olive Young Corp., South Korea’s premier beauty retail chain, is expanding its global footprint by establishing a subsidiary in Japan within the first half of this year.
Marks & Spencer Launches Percy Pig x Dr. PawPaw Tinted Lip Oil Collaboration
Marks & Spencer, the renowned British retailer, has expanded the appeal of its beloved brand mascot, Percy Pig, beyond the candy aisle with an exciting new venture into beauty.
Superdrug Names Princess Andre as New Ambassador for Studio London Cosmetics
Superdrug has unveiled Princess Andre as the new face of its popular and affordable own-brand cosmetics line, Studio London.
Maybelline New York Forms Global Partnership with WHO Foundation to Expand Access to Mental Health Services
Maybelline New York has announced a new, long-term global partnership with the WHO Foundation aimed at expanding access to mental health services worldwide.
Skinceuticals launches daily sunscreen for sensitive skin
Skinceuticals has announced the launch of Clear Daily Soothing UV Defense SPF50 – a hybrid-blend SPF offering both protection and hydrating and soothing benefits. The product is designed to protect those with sensitive skin from sun exposure, which is known to worsen symptoms.
Coty scores Lena Gercke license
Coty has announced that it has signed a long-term license agreement with Lena Gerke to develop, produce and distribute LaGer’s debut fragrance. The German television presenter and model’s scent is expected to launch in the DACH region this summer.
Oddity Q1 2024: Outlook raised as net income breaks records
Oddity has announced its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2024. In the three months to March 31, the tech firm reported record net income, up 68 percent year-on-year and record first quarter adjusted EBITDA of US$48 million, an increase of 69 percent on the prior-year quarter.
Dior cuts ribbon on new Dubai spa
Dior has unveiled its latest Spa, on the 29th floor of The Lana hotel in Dubai. Designed by Forster + Partners, with interior design by Gilles & Boissier, the space boasts far-reaching views over the Burj Khalifa and desert beyond.
Shiseido drafts in athletes to spread sun safety message
Shiseido has unveiled its latest sun care campaign. The J-beauty brand’s Sun on the Run initiative features six athletes, collectively called the ‘Ultimate Sun Pros’, to demonstrate the attributes of its latest sunscreen launch: Ultimate Sun Protection Lotion SPF60+, which is designed to perform better as the wearer sweats.
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